I'm Kasturi Koli

it's nice to meet you!

You may ask "So.. tell me about yourself?"
Let's start with my Sanskrit name, 'Kasturi,' which means 'musk'—a fragrance that spreads and lingers, much like the impact I strive to make through my work.
My journey in designing for happiness began long before my professional career. Growing up, I found inspiration in human connections and the often-overlooked moments of everyday life. Through cooking, I discovered a way to blend ingredients and create flavors that bring comfort and joy, much like how I now craft experiences in design that resonate with people and celebrate life's simple pleasures.
Before transitioning to product design, I was a graphic designer, where I honed my skills in visual storytelling. I blend that aesthetic sensibility with user-centered design to create cohesive, impactful digital experiences.
Empathy is my superpower. I’m always looking for those "!" moments - insights that transform a product from good to great by adding a human touch.
Now that's done with. You can find my skills and experiences here!
What do I value professionally?
- Make impacts via collaboration 🤝
- Design emotional connections 🫂
- Uncover true human needs 💡
- Learn from mistakes 🤔
- How design impacts user behavior 🧠
- Mentor and motivate 🎓
- Code a little, move a little 💻
- Practicality & craftsmanship across scales 🔧
(from a building to a button!)
Where do I get sparks from?
- Wander in the city 🏙️
- Snap photos with my camera 📷
- Play co-op video games 🎮
- Code a little, move a little 💻
- Cooking and tasting food 🥘
- Dig new trends in art, music, recipes, tech…🔥
- Talk to people & objects 🗣️
(yeah.. the toy story is real)
- Drop me an email: kasturikoli06@gmail.com ✉️
- Happy to connect via Linkedin 👥
- Actively mentoring designers on ADPlist 📷